2021 Bronze Moonbeam Children's Book Award

On the night before Christmas,

so the old stories say,

Saint Nicholas rides

in a magical sleigh.

But what is the truth,

and what are the legends?

Who is this giftgiver,

and why all the presents?

Around Christmas we spend a lot of time thinking about presents, but have you ever wondered why we give gifts? Learn about the life of Saint Nicholas and discover why he became known as one of the greatest giftgivers of all time.
Told as a delightful poem, this colorfully illustrated book will be enjoyed by children and the adults who read with them. Also included is a note from the author to encourage further conversation about the content.
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